Washer
Safe~
instructions .............,......3, 4
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Operating Instructions, Tips
Auto Soak Cycle ............................................7
Bleach Dispenser ...........................................7
Control Settings........, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cycle Descriptions .........................................5
Cycle Times
Energy-Saving Tips ........................................7
Fabric Softener Dispenser ...........................7
Operating the Washer .............................6-8
Suggested Fabric and Cycle Settings .......8
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Preparation
Detergents and Additives ..................11, 12
Hard
Water...................................................,
Loading the
Sorting Clothes
Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stain Removal Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Consumer Services ..................23
Care and Cleaning
Agitator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage and Vacation Tips........................l 9
User Maintenance Instructions ...............19
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Appliance Registration
Important Phone Numbers .......................23
Model and Serial Numbers
Repair Service
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HELP US HELP YOU...
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It is intended to help you
operate and maintain your
new washer properly.
Keep it handy for answers to
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or need more help, write (include
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check the Problem
section. It lists causes of minor
operating problems that you can
correct yourself.
Solver
If you received a
damaged washer...
Immediately contact the dealer (or
builder) that sold you the washer.
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and serial numbers.
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the lower
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Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your washer. Before sending in
this card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service
calls concerning your washer.
left
side near the front.
the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
●
use
—Do not store or
gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
—WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
●
Do not try to light any
●
Do
not touch any electrical switch;
do not use any phone in your
app~ance.
butiding.
Immediately
neighbor’s phone.
instructions.
●
If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
ca~
the
—Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified
the gas supplier.
●
Clear the room, building or area of all
occupanti.
All
washing instruction terms in this book conform to the Care
Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission, January 1984.
If You Need Service
To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in
the back of this book.
We’re proud of our service and want you to be
pleased.
service you receive, here are three steps to follow for
further help.
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased.
cases,
[f for
some reason you are not happy with the
this will solve the problem.
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most
NEXT, if you are still not pleased. write
details—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance
Louisville, KY 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer Action
20 North
Chicago, IL
ca~
your gas supplier from a
fire
department.
instiler,
Wacker
Drive
60606
Fo~ow
the gas supplier’s
service agency or
all
Purk
Panel
the
WARNING—TO reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock, or injury to
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follow basic precautions, including the following:
●
Use this appliance only for ih intended purpose
as described in this Use and Care Book.
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o
before it is used.
Installation Instructions sheet with your
washer, you can obtain one by calling, toll
free, the GE Answer
—Properly ground to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow
details in Installation Instructions.
—Install or store where it will not be exposed
to temperatures below freezing or exposed
to the weather.
—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized
power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
<onnect
facilities as described in the Installation
Instructions.
●
~rn
use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves, and
to minimize leakage if a hose or valve
break or rupture.
, ‘~ pull by the plug rather than the cord to
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is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped
over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
recommended in this Use and Care Book or
in published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out.
To minimize the possibility of injury:
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&
persons when using your appliance,
●
This washer must be properly
, .
off water faucets when the washer is not in
>
installed and located in accordance
.
with the Installation Instructions
If you did not receive an
Center:
to adequate plumbing and drain
●
When disconnecting this appliance
avoid damage to the cord or junction of
cord and plug, Make sure that the cord
●
Do not repair or replace any part
of the appliance or attempt any
servicing unless specifically
●
Do not mix chlorine bleach with
ammonia or acids such as vinegar
rust remover. Mixing can produce a
toxic gas which may cause death.
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should
andor
●
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soaked in,
h
(such as wax, paint, gasoline,
cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may
ignite or explode. Do not add these substances
to the wash water. Do not use these substances
around your washer
operation.
A
can accumulate in the water heater
pipes if hot water has not been used for a period
of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS
CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE
CIRCUMSTANCES. So to prevent the
possibility of damage or injury, if you have not
used hot water for two weeks or more, or move
into a residence in which the hot water system
may not have been used for some time, turn on
all hot water faucets and allow them to run for
several minutes before using any electrical
appliance which is connected to the hot water
system. This will allow any hydrogen gas to
escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not
smoke or use an open flame or appliance
during this process,
wait until the machine has completely stopped
before opening the lid.
appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and
shipping or packing materials properly. Before
discarding a washer, or removing from service,
remove the washer lid.
Do not wash or dry articles that
have been cleaned in, washed in,
orspottedwith
combustible or explosive substances
degreasers, dry-
antior
dryer during
WARNN&HYDROGEN
is produced by the chemical action
within your water heater and the gas
●
Never reach into washer while it is
moving. Before loading, unloading
or adding clothes, push in the Cycle
Selector knob to OFF position, then
●
Close supervision is necessary if
this appliance is used by or near
children. Do not allow children
to play inside, on, or with this
appliance or any discarded
GAS
antior
water
(c<)ntirtut’d tlext[lugc)
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WORTANT SAFEW ~STRUC~ONS
(continued)
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Keep all laundry aids
detergents, bleaches,
etc.)
out of
preferably in a locked cabinet,
Observe d] warnings on container
labels to avoid personal injury.
●
Keep the area around and underneath
your appliances free from the
‘.
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a
s
Keep the floor around your appliances clean and
dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
*
accumulation of combustible materials,
such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
s
To minimize the possibility of electric
shock, unplug this appliance from the
power supply before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning (except the
removal and cleaning of the lint filter).
NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector
~
knob to an 0~ position does NOT
disconnect the appliance from the
power supply,
the reach
(such as
fabric
softeners,
of children,
~ Do not
*
Never climb on or stand on the washer top.
●
A
operate this appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has
missing or
cord or
Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer.
Skin irritation could result from the remaining
particles that may be picked up by clothing
during subsequent washer use.
J’
f
broken
parts, including a damaged
plug.
*
The laundry process can reduce
\
the
ffameretardancy
/T
o avoid such a result, the garment
manufacturer’s care instructions
should be followed very carefully.
of fabrics.
For washer operation
●
Do not leave washer lid up during cycle.
This will stop the wash and spin action and
prevent completion of the cycle.
●
Do
not tamper with controls.
SAVE
T~SE
mSTRUCTIONS
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Regular
Cycles—
Permanent Press
Cycles—
For most cottons, linens, work and play clothes.
Longer wash times plus deep rinse, spray rinse A cold water cool down helps prevent set-in wrinkles
and spin provide thorough washing and detergent
removal. apparel with normal soil.
Handwash System—
Saves time and energy when washing small loads The
of lightly soiled clothes. A special agitator concealed
under the regular agitator washes small and delicate amount of water in the Mini-Basket tub.
loads gently but effectively. The
uses up to
level
24Y0
selection.
less water than the regular low water
Optional Extra Rinse
The option of an extra rinse in the Regular Cycle For use when clothes are excessively soiled.
helps assure complete
when extra detergent was used or where unusual skin
sensitivity to detergent is a concern.
bleach
Handwash
System
Cycle
and detergent removal Provides an agitated soak, and a soak without
For loads of synthetics, blends
in permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses and similar
Spotscrubber System—
Spotscrubber
a highly concentrated detergent solution in a small
Rinse water carries away soils and detergent suds and
automatic extra rinse assures complete removal of
detergent.
PreWash
agitation, followed by agitation and spin. Washer
must be reset for desired wash cycle.
cycle uses a special wash
Cycle
andor
delicate fabrics.
cycle
and
Knits
A shorter cycle specially-designed for today’s knits.
An early and long spray rinse cools down fabrics for a longer time loosens stubborn soils.
before the washer reaches maximum spin speed to
help prevent wrinkle setting.
Soak
Clothes activate in a soaking agent for a short time,
then the water spins out. Washer turns off at end of
Soak Cycle—must be reset for desired wash cycle.
Delicate
For lingerie and fabrics requiring special care, this
cycle has a gentle wash and a slow spin.
Washable Silks
For fine washable silks. Check manufacturers’ care
labels for special instructions.
Cycle—
Cycle—
Cycle—
Cycle
Extra Cleaning
For modern fabrics with heavy or oily soil. Agitation
Auto Soak
This will add additional wash time on cycles to allow
the detergent to break down excessive soils. After the
Auto Soak is complete, it will automatically move
through the selected cycle.
Washable Woolens
This
cycle
helps to reduce the need to wash these
fabrics by hand.
Mini-Basket
Uses the Mini-Basket feature. Provides a complete
wash, rinse and spin cycle.
Cycle—
Cycle—
Cycle—
System—
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR CLOTHES WASHER
Features and appearances may vary slightly
WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your
appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
NORMAL
FAST
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WASH
SPIN
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GENTLE
SLOW
Setting the Controls
Use the Suggested Fabric and
to
help
you
make the proper selections.
~
Select Wash Spin Speed.
~ Select
Water Level.
SMALL: Washer is less than l/3
MEDIUM: Between l/3 and 1/2 full.
LARGE: Between 1/2 and 2/3 full.
EXTRA LARGE: Over 2/3
Cycle
full
full.
Settings guide
of clothes.
~
Select
~ P“sh Cycle
WasMRinse Ternperat”re.
Selector knob
in and turn clockwise to
your selected wash setting.
~
Pull Cycle Selector knob
out to start the washer.
If
~
you wish to change setting
after
washer has started. push
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Cycle Selector knob into stop
the washer
and
reset to
the new
position. Setting can be changed at any time.
START
/
STOP
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+
Sorting and Loading
●
Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color
and amount of soil, according to instructions in How
to Sort Clothes section.
●
Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents
section for information on detergents and other
laundry additives.
●
Load
clothes into wash basket, being careful not
to overload. See How to Load Your Washer section.
Cycle Times—Total Cycle Times (Approximate Minutes)
NOTES:
●
Total
time includes
● Total time does not include water
depending on household water pressure and your selected water
Per-m Press & Knits
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* Total Cycle Minutes do not include the auto soak cycle you have chosen.
pauses
between each phase of the cycle.
fill
times. Fill times vary
Extra Cleaning
Regular
33* 26
● See
Bleach and
for instructions in their uses.
●
For information on how to
softeners, see Other
●
Close the 1 id. Washer wi 1 I fi I I but not agitate or
with the 1 id open.
Ievcl.
Fabric
Softener
LISe
[.aurldry
Dispenser sections
bleaches
and
fabric
Products section.
spin
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How to Use the Bleach Dispenser
Use this dispenser with
liquid bleach only.
If you prefer to
use powdered
&..
/
bleach, pour it
into the wash
basket
your detergent. Do
not pour
along
with
p~wdered
%%
bleach
into the bleach dispenser.
How to Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser
● Position the Fabric Softener
Dispenser on the agitator.
●
Pour manufacturer’s recommended
amount of fabric softener into a
one cup (240 ml) measuring cup.
● Add enough water to fill the cup 1/2 full.
● Pour the diluted softener into the dispenser.
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● Measure bleach carefully. See manufacturer’s
instructions.
“
Pour measured amount of liquid bleach directly
into bleach dispenser.
● Do not overfill or
allow
dispenser to overflow.
Avoid splashing. Undiluted bleach can cause
fabric damage.
“
Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly
onto clothes or into the wash basket.
● The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed
at the proper time.
● Do not stop the washer during the first spin.
This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.
● Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with
the Soak or PreWash cycle.
● If the dispenser gets clogged, soak it in a solution of
one cup (240 ml) water and one cup (240 ml) alcohol.
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How to Use the Auto Soak Cycle
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the Auto Soak cycle the washer fills, agitates and
soaks for the time you selected. It automatically
advances into the next cycle. cycle. Start the washer. The washer will agitate, soak
ENERGY-SAVING
If
your clothes and household items don’t
and
fresh after washing, you
will
probably rewash
them.. and that means you’ll waste energy. Remember
to sort your clothes carefully, and load them properly,
select
correct cycles, use enough detergent and
(1
welter tetnperature
rid
[?f’.v{~il.
s
Try to wash less often. Save articles of the same
w~~rm t~n~)ugh tc) rel~~ci.s(~ {m[i g~~t
type of fabric until you have a full load.
look
clean
choo.~e”
● Extra Cleaning with Auto Soak: Set the Cycle
Selector knob for soak time desired in Extra
Clefining
and automatically advance into Extra Cleaning.
TWS
c If
you must wash smaller loads, adjust the amount
of water. Small loads should have lower water levels.
“
Always rinse in cold water. The temperature of
the rinse does not affect cleaning.
● Wash in off-peak utility hours. Your local
can
tell
you which are the off-peak hours.
● Use your washer’s Normal Spin. This
more water during spin, which will shorten drying
cycle to save more energy.
will
uti Iity
remove
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SUGGESTED FABWC
Am
CYCLE
SETT~GS
Cycle
Suggested
Permanent Press & Knits
Regular
Extra Cleaning & Auto Soak
Special Instructions
*Down-filled garments
For Clothes
● Synthetics
● Permanent press, treated cottons,
Loa~abrics
such as:
WasWSpin
Normal~ast
Speed
blends with cottons
● Down-filled garments, if machine
Gentle/Slow
washing is recommended*
● Pillows**
● Cottons and linens
● Denims
● Blankets***
● Baby clothes (sturdy)
● Work clothes with heavy soil
Normal/Fast
Normal~ast
Wash frequently to fluff up the down and retain the garment’s warmth.
WASH SEPARATELY. Wet down gives off an odor which may be absorbed
by other garments. Odor disappears when garment is dry. Treat heavily soiled
areas with liquid detergent or a paste made of water and powdered detergent.
Close zippers. Wash 2 or 3 garments at a time or add towels to balance.
GARMENT MUST BE TUMBLE DRIED.
**Pillows
***Blankets
Pillows are made of different
materials~acron,
foam, polyester, natural feather,
and down. MANUFACTURER’S CARE LABELS MUST BE FOLLOWED
CAREFULLY. If washing is recommended, check pillows for weak seams or
holes and mend, to prevent escape of the filling. Fill washer, add detergent
and agitate for several minutes. Add two pillows at a time to balance load.
Use largest water level.
Fill washer with water; add detergent and
allow
to dissolve. Add blanket.
WASH ONLY ONE BLANKET AT A TIME. On electric blanket, sew a strong
piece of cloth over plug to protect blanket and washer from damage. Pre-treat
heavily soiled spots with liquid detergent.
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